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Mandarava Retreat Dzamling Gar March 2026
It was a surprising pleasure to awaken each morning to lovely birdsongs and walk through the semidarkness to the Gönpa of Dzamling Gar to begin another day of the Long Life practice of Mandarava, and to feel the presence of our Rinpoche, who 42 years ago in the cave of Mandarava in Nepal miraculously received this terma practice of Mandarava in a series of dreams.
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Mandarava Retreat Dzamling Gar March 2026
It was a surprising pleasure to awaken each morning to lovely birdsongs and walk through the semidarkness to the Gönpa of Dzamling Gar to begin another day of the Long Life practice of Mandarava, and to feel the presence of our Rinpoche, who 42 years ago in the cave of Mandarava in Nepal miraculously received this terma practice of Mandarava in a series of dreams.
Podcast Interview with Santi Maha Sangha Teacher Arnaud Coquillard
4th in a series of Podcast Interviews with Santi Maha Sangha Teachers
How Meeting Norbu Rinpoche Changed My Life
It was my good fortune that when Rinpoche returned to London to give further teachings that his translator was busy so I was asked if I felt able to translate.
Commemorating the Passing of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
On September 27, 2025, many people around the world mark the 7th anniversary of the passing (Parinirvana) of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
A FEW WORDS FROM THE GHOST
Celebrating The 40th Anniversary of The First Publication of ‘The Crystal And The Way Of Light’.
Concert with Namkhai Yeshi – November 26th, 2025 in Bologna, Italy
The concert by Namkhai Yeshi and Alessandro Di Maio at the Teatro San Leonardo in Bologna on November 25th, 2025, is the result of a network of relationships, listening experiences, and affinities that have developed spontaneously, almost inevitably, over time.
COMMUNITY NEWS
News from different centers of the International Dzogchen Community
America
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Online Retreat at Tashigar Norte
Oliver Leick led an online retreat of Guruyoga of the White A at Tashigar Norte from 27 February – 1 March, 2026.
Europe
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Mandarava Retreat Dzamling Gar March 2026
It was a surprising pleasure to awaken each morning to lovely birdsongs and walk through the semidarkness to the Gönpa of Dzamling Gar to begin another day of the Long Life practice of Mandarava, and to feel the presence of our Rinpoche, who 42 years ago in the cave of Mandarava in Nepal miraculously received this terma practice of Mandarava in a series of dreams.
Asia
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Turning the Wheels of Vajra Dance at Mt Fuji, Japan
June 28th and 29th 2025 Turning the Wheels of Vajra Dance at Kirara Stage, Yamanaka Lake by Mt....
NETWORK
News from organizations linked to the International Dzogchen Community
- International Gakyil
- Shang Shung Institute
- Shang Shung Publications
- ASIA ETS
2026 IDC Membership Renewal
Membership in the Dzogchen Community is one of the fundamental ways we help sustain the precious Teachings of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
MARATIKA RETREAT AND PILGRIMAGE
Shang Shung UK—together with the MACO Museum of Oriental Art and Culture—presents one of the most significant sacred journeys of the coming year
The Symbols on the Lungta
Chögyal Namkhai Norbu's brief explanation of the symbols on the Lungta
Sowing the Seeds of the Future – Manasarovar
In this dark moment rediscovering the values of empathy, altruism and compassion that we have absorbed from the Himalayan peoples gives us a glimmer of hope
Atiyoga Foundation
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The official Website of Ati Yoga Foundation has been launched!
We are pleased to announce the launch of the new Atiyoga Foundation website.
Ka-Ter Translation Project
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The Written Works of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
A talk by Adriano Clemente offering deep insights into the vast literary legacy of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
School of Tibetan Medicine
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Dr. Phuntsog’s Ox Prediction for the Fire Horse Year
The glang rDzi or Ox prediction explains everything that is going to happen through the image of the Ox and Oxherd.
- Dynamic Space of the Elements
- School for Tibetan Language and Translation
- Sangha App
Latest News from Dynamic Space of the Elements!
The Mirror recently interviewed Migmar about the initiatives that Dynamic Space of the Elements are currently working on.
Tibetan Language Course
Dear students of Tibetan language, we will soon resume our Guided translation course based on the tibetan text of the Precious Vase by Chögyal Namkhai Norbu.
The Cusp in Tibetan Astrology: One Year, Three Signs
This year, Losar celebrations fall on February 18, 2026. The dates in the Sangha App Calendar are...
MACO Museum of Arcidosso
PRACTICE
Courses and activities
- Santi Maha Sangha
- Yantra Yoga
- Vajra Dance
- Khaita Joyful Dances
- Respira
- Kumar Kumari
Baja Longde Retreat 2025 with Fabio Andrico
In early October, twenty-two practitioners born in twelve different countries gathered at the Gar for Fabio’s Longde retreat. We seemed to be a mere sprinkling of human life in this vast 3,000-acre land, lush with greenery and vibrant with insect and animal inhabitants. Lazuli, the Gekö, called it a luxury place in nature. I
Preliminary Yantra Yoga Course – January 23 to 25, Kundusling, Barcelona
During the weekend of January 23 to 25, a Yantra Yoga course was held at Kundusling, taught by instructors Olaya Martínez and Cristina Cornudella.
Course of the Dance of the Song of Vajra – Part II with Sachiko Fullita in Kundusling, Barcelona
Sunday, March 1st, the second part of the Vajra Dance of the Song of the Vajra course taught by instructor Sachiko Fullita came to a close. This part focused on studying the Dance from the SAMBHARATHAMEKHACANTPA line through to the end.
Children bring in the Fire Horse Year
On February 21st Merigar was blessed with children in events that included play, music, Kumar Kumari yantra yoga and Khaita dances.
Yantra Yoga & Respira Weekend June 22-23 at Namgyalgar
The program was designed for participants to learn, practice, and come together to enjoy Yeshi Namkhai's retreat webcast from Merigar
Children bring in the Fire Horse Year
On February 21st Merigar was blessed with children in events that included play, music, Kumar Kumari yantra yoga and Khaita dances.
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